Election Night: Harris, Trump Even in Dixville
The first votes of the 2020 US Presidential Election were cast in Dixville Notch, New Hampshire, a small town known for its tradition of holding the earliest results in the nation. The results were closely watched, offering a small glimpse into the potential direction of the election.
A Tight Race From the Start
At midnight, the town of Dixville Notch, with its population of just 12, recorded a tie between the two main contenders, Joe Biden and Donald Trump. Each candidate received four votes, while Howie Hawkins of the Green Party received the remaining four. This early result highlighted the close race expected across the country, with polls suggesting a tight contest between Biden and Trump.
Dixville's Historic Tradition
Dixville Notch has a long-standing tradition of holding its election at midnight on election day. This tradition dates back to the 1960s, and the town has become a popular media destination on election night. The early results, while not necessarily indicative of the national outcome, attract significant attention and set the stage for a long night of election coverage.
Beyond Dixville: A Nation Awaits
The early results from Dixville Notch were just the beginning of a long night of election results. The nation held its breath as voting continued across the country, with the race remaining tight in several key battleground states.
The 2020 US Presidential Election was a highly contested race, and the early results from Dixville Notch provided a snapshot of the close competition between Biden and Trump. While these early results were not a predictor of the final outcome, they set the stage for a dramatic night of counting and anticipation.